Holes in Sweet Potato Plant Leaves

My sweet potato vines are so beautiful vining all over my patio, but last week I noticed holes in a lot of leaves. Lots of them. Anything I can do? I am elderly on a limited budget but love those vines.

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 07/14/2011 @ 8:33 am

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